Description
A very good original lithograph by Albert Kotin (America/Russia 1907-1980). This work is titled, "The Watchers" and shows three superimposed faces, watching. The work is signed and titled, in pencil, and is matted and framed in a modernist black aluminum frame under glass.
Measurements: Exterior frame - 17" W X 21" H
Sight/image: 10 1/2" x 14 3/4" H
Kotin was quite the interesting NY artist and, in our opinion, his prints are currently underappreciated in the marketplace. He was one of the first group of New York School Abstract Expressionists. He studied with Charles Hawthorne and Hans Hofmann in Provincetown, MA and also studied in Paris at the Academie Julian, Academie de la Grande Chaumiere, the Atelier de Freque and Colarossi.
Kotin is known for his mural commissions for the sociology department of New York University and the U.S.Treasury Department in Arlington, New Jersey, and from 1933 to 1940 he took part in the Federal Art Projects of the WPA (Works Progress Administration). After the war, he participated in the famous 9th St. Exhibition (NY) of 1951, and he took part in the New York Painting and Sculpture Annuals 1953-1957 at the Stable Gallery, NY.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Work appears to be in good condition with some expected toning. Frame with evidence of minor handling. WORK NOT EXAMINED OUT OF FRAME.
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Lithograph
Details:
Country of Origin: United States
Art Subjects: Abstract, Portrait
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Frame Type: Framed
Measurements: Exterior frame - 17" W X 21" H
Sight/image: 10 1/2" x 14 3/4" H
Kotin was quite the interesting NY artist and, in our opinion, his prints are currently underappreciated in the marketplace. He was one of the first group of New York School Abstract Expressionists. He studied with Charles Hawthorne and Hans Hofmann in Provincetown, MA and also studied in Paris at the Academie Julian, Academie de la Grande Chaumiere, the Atelier de Freque and Colarossi.
Kotin is known for his mural commissions for the sociology department of New York University and the U.S.Treasury Department in Arlington, New Jersey, and from 1933 to 1940 he took part in the Federal Art Projects of the WPA (Works Progress Administration). After the war, he participated in the famous 9th St. Exhibition (NY) of 1951, and he took part in the New York Painting and Sculpture Annuals 1953-1957 at the Stable Gallery, NY.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Work appears to be in good condition with some expected toning. Frame with evidence of minor handling. WORK NOT EXAMINED OUT OF FRAME.
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Lithograph
Details:
Country of Origin: United States
Art Subjects: Abstract, Portrait
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Frame Type: Framed
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Work appears to be in good condition with some expected toning. Frame with evidence of minor handling. WORK NOT EXAMINED OUT OF FRAME.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
21 x 17 x 1 in
Mid 20th Century New York School Abstractionist Original Lithograph Signed Albert Kotin
Estimate $220-$410
Starting Bid
$110
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Autumn Fine Art, Furnishings & Collectibles
Oct 30, 2026, 4:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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